Ribeye Rub Advice!

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kevina12

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Apr 5, 2016
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Looking for a custom rub or a best kept secret OTC rub for a couple of Show Me Steaks ribeyes - http://www.stlmeat.com/

I typically use Montreal Steak Seasoning - which is absolutely phenomenal.  I use it on steak, American fries, baked potatoes, corn, all kinds of stuff. 

However, I'd like to hear from all of you masters of the spice before I throw these on the Char Griller. 
 
I love Montreal. that is a great seasoning for steaks. If im making a rib-eye roast sometimes i just coat lightly in garlic infused olive oil and then shake on some kosher salt and black pepper and maybe a little more garlic. you don't want to cover up the flavor taste the beef and accentuate it!

for a steak i just see the need for a complex rub, if i need to cover up the flavor of the steak i just don't want that steak.

Happy Smoking,

phatbac (Aaron)
 
Salt / Pepper/butter...  Ribeye is  (In My opinion) the most flavorful piece of Red meat there is and I personally like the taste of beef  and would not want to cover it up with any mix of flavors (garlic/onion/red pepper/etc) is why you don't find steak seasoning beyond basic Salt (some form)  n Pepper (some mix) n Butter  in the majority of high end steakhouses. 

Would look around here at some Sous Vide technique or Reverse Sear  to up your steak eating experience.
 
Thanks guys.  I love the taste of beef and I don't want to cover up the flavor.  I'm more interested in enhancing the flavor.  I wonder if there are any other spices that compliment beef well? 

BenA - You mentioned technique, I'll definitely look into.  I think learning the art of grilling is probably one of the best way to enhance/preserve the flavor. 
 
Kevin you can use the SPO and stud the roast with some thin sliced Garlic.

Richie
 
I also like Montreal. My other go to is fresh ground pepper, seasoned salt and worcestershire sauce. Rub pepper and salt in, then a teaspoon of
worcestershire sauce. Sometimes I sprinkle so Old Bay seasoning. Lessen the salt if using worcestershire or Old Bay.

RG
 
Any Beef Roast I make gets a little Lea & Perrins Bold  (AKA Worcestershire "Thick") first to hold my CBP, Garlic Powder & Onion Powder on it.

That stuff doesn't cover the Great Taste of the Beef.

We tried Montreal twice---First Heavy---Then Light, and we thought it tasted like little salty pieces of Chipboard. And the little pieces fall off all over the place.

Bear
 
 
Any Beef Roast I make gets a little Lea & Perrins Bold  (AKA Worcestershire "Thick") first to hold my CBP, Garlic Powder & Onion Powder on it.

That stuff doesn't cover the Great Taste of the Beef.

We tried Montreal twice---First Heavy---Then Light, and we thought it tasted like little salty pieces of Chipboard. And the little pieces fall off all over the place.

Bear
Bear I thought the same the first time I tried it I don't care at all for the big crunchy pieces. Instead of throwing it away I put it through a spice grinder until fine and it was much better.
 
I've been using this Quebec Beef Spice from the Spice House lately. It is excellent on brisket. I'm doing 2 7lb prime rib roasts on Friday for guys weekend. I'm going to do one with Quebec and one just S&P. Spice House says it's great on pork too but I haven't tried it yet on pork. I'm doing 11 racks of baby back loin ribs Saturday I might do a couple up with the Quebec and see how I like it.

http://www.thespicehouse.com/spices/quebec-beef-spice#
 
 
Bear I thought the same the first time I tried it I don't care at all for the big crunchy pieces. Instead of throwing it away I put it through a spice grinder until fine and it was much better.
That's a Great Idea!!

If I decide to try it again I will do that, but then use it lightly, because I use very little salt since a DR screwed up my Kidneys.

Thanks,

Bear
 
Not a rub but I am partial to a Whiskey Marinade

1 Cup Soy Sauce

1/3 Cup Whiskey

2 Tbs Olive Oil

2 Tbs Spicy Mustard

2 Tbs Minced Garlic

2 Tbs Minced Onion

You can used dried garlic and onion

Marinade no more then 20 mins flipping half way
 
Personally, I'm not a fan of rub on steaks. I prefer just salt on there. I take them out the night before and salt generously and leave in the fridge uncovered. Cook them the next day and they always taste awesome
 
I'm not a big fan of ribeye's but if I eat one its usually seasoned with Cajun spice. I think it pairs well with the fat of the ribeye.
 
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